Do You Have a Story to Tell?
As the WeSalute (founded as Veterans Advantage) Community grows and strengthens, we are committed to recognizing the stories of our members; your real-life experiences, challenges, blessings, triumphs, and disappointments. The Greater Military Community is a family, and sharing what we are going through in our lives helps others to get through the tough times and celebrate the happy times.
Read true stories of military service and heroism, testimonials about how WeSalute (founded as Veterans Advantage) has helped our members, and submit your own story or testimonial below.
Military & Veterans Life
A Century of Honor: Black History Month and the Tuskegee Legacy
Each February, we mark a profound milestone in the American story. This year signifies exactly 100 years since the inception of what we now know as Black History Month. What began as a visionary effort to recognize the integral role of African Americans in our national narrative has evolved over a century into a pillar of reflection, gratitude, and military honor.
Discounts & Benefits
VA Commission Seeks New Leader for Veterans Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has officially launched a high-level search for a new permanent leader to head the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA). The department announced the formation of a formal search commission tasked with identifying top-tier candidates for the critical role of Under Secretary for Benefits (USB).
WeSalute Awards
VetFamily: Mike Macdonald
Next week the Seattle Seahawks go up against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, and Seahawk’s Head Coach Mike Macdonald’s military upbringing might help lead him to victory. At 38-years old, he’s one of the youngest coaches to reach the Super Bowl and he’s aiming to become the third-youngest to win. Born in Boston, his competitor’s territory, he hails from a military family. His father, Hugh, graduated from West Point and served in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1977, while his grandfather served in World War II and his aunts served in Vietnam as nurses.
Military & Veterans Life
Honoring the 35th Anniversary of Operation Desert Storm: A Legacy of Service
This month marks the 35th anniversary of the start of Operation Desert Storm, the pivotal allied combat mission launched in 1991 to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait.
Do You Know Someone Who Deserves to Be Formally Awarded for their Service?
WeSalute (founded as Veterans Advantage) Community Awards celebrates our everyday heroes - veterans who have founded successful businesses, family members and vets who give back to their community through volunteer work and non-profits, and public figures who you may not realize served in the military